FAQs

Elgin Water Care

  • What is hard water?

    Hard water contains elevated levels of minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium. It forms when water passes through deposits of limestone and chalk, which are composed mainly of calcium and magnesium carbonates. This is in contrast to soft water, which has lower mineral content.
  • Why is hard water bad?

    Hard water poses several challenges. The high mineral content can reduce the effectiveness of soaps and detergents, making it harder to create lather and clean efficiently. Moreover, these minerals can accumulate on various surfaces, potentially causing damage to plumbing systems, fixtures, and household appliances over time.
  • How does water softening work?

    Water softening is a process that replaces the problematic minerals in hard water with sodium. This substitution prevents the negative effects associated with hard water, such as soap inefficiency and mineral buildup on surfaces.
  • Won't softened water taste salty?

    Softened water typically does not have a salty taste. The amount of sodium introduced during the softening process is minimal and generally imperceptible to the human palate. The sodium content is considered negligible in terms of dietary intake.
  • What are the benefits of water softening?

    Softened water offers numerous advantages. It enhances soap lathering and cleaning efficiency, reduces mineral buildup on fixtures, allows for less detergent usage in laundry, helps preserve clothing quality, and eliminates water spots. Furthermore, it minimizes long-term wear on pipes, plumbing fixtures, and appliances, potentially extending their lifespan.
  • What is reverse osmosis?

    Reverse osmosis is a water purification method that uses high pressure to force water through a semi-permeable membrane. This process removes impurities, resulting in highly purified water. Many bottled water brands in the united states utilize reverse osmosis in their production process. The resulting water is ideal for drinking, cooking, and various other applications.
  • Is water made at home with reverse osmosis as good as bottled water?

    Home reverse osmosis systems generally produce water of comparable quality to bottled water. While industrial systems may occasionally achieve slightly higher purity levels, the difference is often negligible. Home-produced reverse osmosis water has the added advantage of avoiding the potential plastic taste sometimes associated with bottled water due to storage containers.
  • What are the benefits of a home reverse osmosis system?

    A home reverse osmosis system provides consistent access to pure, great-tasting water for drinking and cooking. When connected to a refrigerator's ice maker, it ensures that ice cubes enhance beverages without introducing unwanted flavors, maintaining the integrity of your drinks.
  • What are the benefits of whole-house filtration systems?

    Whole-house filtration systems ensure clean, filtered water from every outlet in the home, including kitchen faucets, showers, and laundry machines. This comprehensive approach not only improves drinking water quality but also reduces exposure to contaminants during bathing and other daily activities. By removing impurities before they enter the plumbing system, these systems help prevent buildup and corrosion, potentially extending the lifespan of pipes and water-using appliances and reducing maintenance and repair costs.
  • What are the benefits of ozone iron removal?

    Ozone iron removal offers multiple advantages. It effectively addresses iron content while also neutralizing unpleasant tastes and odors often found in well water, resulting in cleaner, fresher water for various household uses. Unlike traditional methods that rely on chemical treatments, ozone treatment utilizes oxygen for water purification. This approach is considered safer and more environmentally friendly, reducing concerns related to chemical handling and disposal.